Vitea Care Rx226 2-wheel Rollator Instruction Manual

VITEA CARE RX226 2-Wheel Rollator 

Introduction

Thank you for choosing our product. We are deeply convinced that it will meet your expectations. Please read this document before first use. This manual is passed in order to provide the necessary information for the safe use of the device. The correct application of the recommendations will contribute significantly to extend the durability and aesthetics of the product. We want to emphasize that constantly we are trying to improve the quality of our products, which may result in minor changes that are not included in the manual

Description of product

1. Holder
2.  Handles height screw adjustment
3.  Side frame
4.  Foot
5.  Seat
6.  Transverse frame
7.  Front wheels

Elements that should be inside the packaging:

The mounting kit ( two knobs with two screws and washer to mount hand holder)

Use

Rehabilitation supports are an ancillary equipment to facilitate tilting and moving of patients with different types of motor disorders. They can be used as an aid for patients after surgery (lower limbs) who are unable to use crutches, showing no major coordination disorders, patients with mild dysfunction of the lower limbs or weakness. They are used in patients with in patients with impaired balance preventing them from independent vertical position and locomotion, as well as various types of circulatory dysfunction (e.g. intermittent claudication). Supports can also be used as an aid for geriatric patients.

Contraindications

Contraindications to the upright position, injuries and dysfunctions of upper limbs preventing the patient from supporting themselves, impaired coordination and perception.

Usage

• The product is packed In folder position.
• After unpacking the package, check if it contains all parts in accordance with the list of elements set out above.
• Ensure that all components have no visible damage. If any doubts, please contact the manufacturer.
• Do not use the rollator until all parts are properly connected.
• Installation – Please refer to Illustration 1.
• Unfolding rollator should begin unfolded the frame, then lock the levels hinge of stretcher.
  
• In the holes of the side frames should be mounted handle. In the hole from the inner side of the side frame insert the screw, while the from outer side on the screw should put the washer, and then tighten the knob.

Safety of use

• Before using the rollator, refer to this manual and keep it for future reference.
• The rollator will not replace the wheelchair, the seat is used only for temporary resting.
• The rollator is used only to provide rest to one user. Do not stand on it.
• The rollator should be used on even surfaces at an incline less than 5%
• With the rollator you can only use on surfaces where all wheels touching the ground are to use all of four wheels.
• Use of the product on the icy, wet, greasy, strongly gritty surfaces is unacceptable – it creates a risk of falling.
• Before each use of this product:
  • Perform visual inspection of all structural components of the product,
  • Carefully check the stability and condition of the support frame.
• Do not use the support in the event of any visible or perceptible damage (e.g. cracks in the frame). It may cause an accident.
• The rollator is designed for users with a maximum weight of 100kg.
• Do not leave the rollator with the user close to open sources of fire.
• Be aware that the surface temperature of the upholstery and the frame parts may be increased after exposure to the sun or other heat source.
• Furthermore, with low temperatures there is a danger of overcooling metal parts of rollator. It may cause burns or frostbite parts of the body.
• All repairs must be carried out by qualified personnel. And during the warranty period only by the manufacturer’s service.
• Do not exceed the maximum height of the handles to push, rollator will lose stability.
• Push the rollator with both hands simultaneously in the direction of travel.
• Before using, make sure that all screws are tight.
• Make sure that the lock used to folding and unfolding that product work properly.
• Due to the possibility of jamming the fingers put extreme caution in the area of horizontal hinge strut, fold-out footrest and side frame hinge.

Everyday use and maintenance

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLES

• Handles should be located at a height that will provide comfort and a sense of security for the user. It is important to ensure that both hands are positioned at the same height.
• To change the height of the handles unscrew the knob for fixing handles, remove washers, the screws and depending on the needs extend or shorten the frame handles.
• After adjusting the appropriate height, tighten the knob.
• Make sure that the handle is properly tightened, so that it prevents movement of the handles.

FOLDING:

• In order to fold rollator for ease of transport, you must first block rotation of the wheels
• Draw the transverse frame upwards.

OVERCOMING OBSTACLES (THRESHOLD, CURBS)

• In order to drive the rollator onto the threshold or curb should set the rollator perpendicularly to the edge of the obstacle. Holding the handle, tilt the rollator in rear raise the front wheels up.
• Then drive the feet to the edge of the obstacle and holding the rollator handle, lift slightly up and enter rollator on the obstacle

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Clean the frame with a damp cloth, clean the seat with damp cloth with mild detergent.
• Remove all soiling from the movable components of the support (wheels, clamping screws, locks).
• In order to maintain the rollator parameters, it is very important to keep all elements clean and stored properly. Storing the rollator in damp places (baths, laundry rooms, etc.) or outdoors, combined with lack of hygiene will quickly degrade the performance and aesthetic of the rollator.
• Do not expose the rollator on to extreme weather conditions (rain, snow very strong sun), because certain parts can change color.

You must not use:

• solvents,
• toilet detergents,
• sharp brushes and hard objects,
• detergents that contain chlorine,
• corrosive detergents,
• Do not clean the rollator with pressure or steam aggregates!

TECHNICAL REVIEW

The review should be carried out regularly, it should be preceded by thorough cleaning the rollator (so as to reveal any hidden damage).

Repair

• In case of reparation, please contact the producer.

Customer service

• If you have any questions or need help, contact the producer.

Technical parameters

100 kg	Permitted user weight
5 years since production date	Usage period:
80-94 cm	Rollator Hight
54 cm	Rollator width
63 cm	Rollator length
55 cm	Seat Hight
39 cm	Seat width
20 cm	Seat length
18 cm	Rollator width after folded
5 kg	Rollator weight
70º	Minimum turning radius
11,5 cm	Wheels diameter
Full	Type wheels
	Maximum safe slope
steel	Frame material
	Description of the environment in which the product will be used
	temperature of storage and use
30% do 70% from 30% to 70%	The humidity for the storage and use
printed on the product

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Contact details

mph Sp. z oxo.
ulu. Maratońska 104, 94-007, Lodz, Polka / Poland
tel. +48 42 674 83 84
fax. +48 42 636 52 21
www.mdh.plwww.viteacare.com

References

• STRONA GŁÓWNA